Facility Evaluation Report

Shepard Home, Norwalk02/10/2023Licence 198601344

Capacity3
Census2
Date signed02/13/2023 08:56:46 AM
The inspector’s account

LPA Angelica Rea conducted an unannounced visit for the purpose of conducting the required annual inspection. On today's visit LPA met with Administrator, Lucila Cox who assisted with the visit.

LPA Rea discussed infection control practices with Ms. Cox, toured the facility inside and out, reviewed food supply, staff files, and reviewed resident medications.

Bedrooms have the required furniture including bedframes, dressers, lamps and chairs. Beds have the required linen and the linen is in good condition. Passageways and exits are free of obstruction. The front and backyard are well maintained. The resident bathroom is clean and have the required grab bars in the shower and near the toilets. Showers also have non-skid materials. The hot water temperature measured at 134 degrees F in the kitchen sink, and 127 degrees F in (2) bathroom sinks. The facility temperature at the time the visit was comfortable. There is sufficient lighting throughout the facility. There are smoke detectors & carbon monoxide detector were tested and operational. LPA observed a sufficient supply of PPE. Infection control signs were observed throughout the facility.

Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22, and California Health and Safety Code, there were deficiencies observed during the visit. Deficiencies on 809-D. Exit interview conducted, copy of report provided, and appeal rights provided.

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